Just ahead of the final league game, match number 29 in the Caribbean Premier League has delivered a banger in the game between the Guyana Amazon Warriors and the Saint Lucia Kings, where the Warriors snatched the victory in the final over of the game by 2 wickets. Despite Lucia Kings’ posting a massive 185 runs on the board, Warriors stuck to their nerves and delivered a last-minute thriller.Â
Here are the brief CPL highlights of match number 29.Â
Saint Lucia Kings Innings
Held in the Providence Stadium, Guyana, the Saint Lucia Kings won the toss and elected to bat first. It was a crucial game for the Warriors, as they were one win away from being qualified for the playoffs for the CPL 2025. Additionally, it was an opportunity for the Guyana Amazon Warriors to climb up the points table and secure the top two positions.Â
Batting first, the Saint Lucia Kings did not get the good start they had thought of. Their opening batsmen, Seifert and Charles, failed to score runs as they got dismissed on 1 and 16 runs, respectively. However, the middle-order batsmen, Ackeem and Roston Chase, led from the front and smashed much-needed 50 runs off 30 balls and 90 runs off 55 balls. Due to calm and composed innings from Chase, the Kings successfully posted 185 runs on the board, something they could defend in the second innings.Â
On the other hand, the Warriors’ bowling unit was not as effective as they were expected to be. They only took 4 wickets, including the 2 wickets from Pretorius. Saint Lucia Kings posted 185 runs with the loss of 4 wickets in 20 overs.Â
Guyana Amazon Warriors Innings
Coming into the second innings of match number 29 of CPL 2025, the Guyana Amazon Warriors had a difficult job, but it was not impossible as well. They were given 186 runs to chase. However, they had a pretty good start with 51 runs in the power play. Warriors’ opener batter, Quentin Sampson, scored 76 runs off 39 balls, which gave them the start they were looking for. Along with him, Shai Hope also scored a crucial 44 runs off 34 balls, adding extra runs to the board.Â
However, the Kings’ bowlers bowled an exceptional spell throughout the second innings as Roston Chase took 3 wickets in 3 overs, along with Shamsi, who took 2 wickets in 4 overs. The match turned into a thriller when the middle-order batters, Hetmyer, Brooks, Khan, and Shepherd, lost their wickets back-to-back, almost awarding the win to the Saint Lucia Kings.Â
In the final over of the game, Dwaine Pretorius played a crucial innings, leading his team to victory by 2 wickets.Â
Final Score & Result
- Saint Lucia Kings: 185-4 (20 overs)
- Guyana Amazon Warriors: 188-8 (20 overs)
Guyana Amazon Warriors won the match by 2 wickets.
Man of the Match
Quentin Sampson was awarded the man of the match for his heroic performance of 76 runs off 39 balls, including 7 fours, and 5 sixes in the chase of 186 runs in 20 overs.Â
Key Player’s Performance
During the CPL 2025 match number 29 between the Guyana Amazon Warriors and the Saint Lucia Kings, several players emerged as key figures in helping their teams get through the victory line. Saint Lucia Kings’ Roston Chase was among those who talked with both bat and ball. Similarly, Ackeem Auguste also batted well, helping his team put a massive score on the scoreboard.Â
On the other hand, Quentin Sampson from the Guyana Amazon Warriors led from the front and scored 76 runs off 39 balls, helping the Warriors snatch the victory by 2 wickets, respectively.Â
Player | Team | Batting (R/B, 4s, 6s, SR) | Bowling (O-M-R-W, Econ) |
Roston Chase | Saint Lucia Kings | 90*(55), 5×4, 6×6, SR 163.64 | 3-0-30-3, Econ 10.00 |
Ackeem Auguste | Saint Lucia Kings | 50 (30), 3×4, 3×6, SR 166.67 | – |
Tabraiz Shamsi | Saint Lucia Kings | DNB | 4-0-31-2, Econ 7.80 |
Quentin Sampson | Guyana Amazon Warriors | 76 (39), 7×4, 5×6, SR 194.87 | – |
Shai Hope (wk) | Guyana Amazon Warriors | 44 (34), 4×4, 1×6, SR 129.41 | – |
Dwaine Pretorius | Guyana Amazon Warriors | 12*(7), 1×6, SR 171.43 | 4-0-36-2, Econ 9.00 |
League Impact
As we are left with one group stage match in the Caribbean Premier League, there was not much change in the points table. The Guyana Amazon Warriors have qualified for the playoffs with 8 points, while the Saint Lucia Kings are in the top position with 12 points.Â
However, the Warriors still have an opportunity to secure the top two positions since they will be facing the Barbados Royals on September 14, 2025.Â
Writer’s Take
With the conclusion of match number 29 in CPL 2025 between Saint Lucia Kings and Guyana Amazon Warriors, the world has witnessed the true potential of the tournament. Despite posting a massive score on the board by the Kings, the Guyana Amazon Warriors took the game from them with a 2-wicket win, still hoping to secure the top two positions in the points table.Â
I cannot wait to see the next match between the Warriors and the Royals since it is expected to be more epic and a bigger blockbuster than ever.Â
FAQs – CPL 2025 Match 29 (SLK vs GAW)
Q1: Who won the CPL 2025 match between Saint Lucia Kings and Guyana Amazon Warriors?
A1: The Guyana Amazon Warriors won the 29th match of CPL 2025 by 2 wickets in a thrilling last-over finish.
Q2: What was the final score of the match?
A2: Saint Lucia Kings scored 185/4 in 20 overs, while Guyana Amazon Warriors chased it down with 188/8 in 20 overs.
Q3: Who was the Player of the Match?
A3: Quentin Sampson from the Guyana Amazon Warriors was awarded Player of the Match for his explosive 76 runs off 39 balls.
Q4: Which players performed well for the Saint Lucia Kings?
A4: Roston Chase starred with 90* (55) and took 3 wickets, while Ackeem Auguste contributed a quick 50 off 30 balls.
Q5: What impact did this match have on the CPL 2025 points table?
A5: With this win, the Guyana Amazon Warriors qualified for the playoffs with 8 points, while the Saint Lucia Kings remained on top with 12 points.
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